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Book Synopsis: “Get ready to have your mind blown with this fun book.” — The Washington Post
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, basketball legend and the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, champions a lineup of little-known African-American inventors in this lively, kid-friendly book. Offering profiles with fast facts and framed by a funny contemporary story featuring two feisty twins, here is a tribute to black inventors whose ingenuity and perseverance against great odds made our world safer, better, and brighter.
Back matter includes an authors’ note and sources.
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Looking for an eye-opening and educational book for your children? Look no further than "What Color Is My World?: The Lost History of African-American Inventors." Written by basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, this captivating book introduces young readers to a lineup of little-known African-American inventors. Dive into their extraordinary stories of ingenuity and perseverance against great odds, and discover how their inventions have made our world safer, better, and brighter.
The Washington Post raves about this must-have book, describing it as mind-blowing and fun. Each profile is filled with fast facts that will keep your kids engaged and excited to learn. Not only will they gain valuable knowledge about African-American inventors, but they will also be inspired by their incredible achievements.
In addition to the fascinating stories, "What Color Is My World?" features a captivating contemporary narrative with two feisty twins. This funny and relatable storyline will make the book even more enjoyable for your children, as they embark on a journey filled with discovery and adventure.
As a bonus, the back matter of the book includes an authors' note and sources, providing your children with additional information and resources to explore. It's the perfect educational tool that seamlessly blends entertainment with learning.
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